29. Houston Astros (29)

Jake Roth, USA TODAY Sports

Mark Appel could pitch in the big leagues this year, but the Astros have little motivation to put him in the express lane. Assuming he signs at the July 12 deadline, he'll probably get a long break before making a limited number of minor league starts and a trip to Instructional League.

Mark Appel could pitch in the big leagues this year, but the Astros have little motivation to put him in the express lane. Assuming he signs at the July 12 deadline, he'll probably get a long break before making a limited number of minor league starts and a trip to Instructional League.